Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Reviews 

8,553
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Evaluating 7,437 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently found the booking process easy and straightforward, with many praising the website's navigability. People appreciated the excellent service and overall user experience, often describing their journeys as comfortable and stress-free. Conversely, a small portion of people felt the website was glitchy, prone to timeouts, or required multiple attempts to complete a booking. Some reviewers also mentioned that prices seemed expensive or increased unexpectedly. Other concerns included difficulties saving details for multiple travelers, unclear navigation for specific options, or the inability to easily modify dates without restarting.

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Booking process

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User experience

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Website

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Price

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Service

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Generally seamless booking experience. Only minor gripe - it would be nice to be able to select new booking dates from the "sailing/pricing available" page. You can shift a day in either direction,... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I needed a comfortable reclining seat (which I wasn’t able to book online for the Mannanan) after having a major operation. The PSO looked after us when we boarded and ensured I had a quiet space with... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to use website with easy booking process. Check in efficient and plenty of available seating and decent food/drink options on board.Courtesy bus option very good and friendly service as I current... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I’ve booked multiple trips on the steam packet ferry to the iom. I’m generally happy with the booking process / travel experience etc. My only quibble on this occasion is that I checked the price for... See more

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  1. Ferry Service

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The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company operates daily ferry services connecting the Isle of Man with key ports in the UK and Ireland, including Heysham, Liverpool, Larne and Dublin. From our base in Douglas, we’ve been serving passengers, vehicles, and freight for over 190 years, making us the oldest continually operating passenger ferry company in the world. Whether you’re travelling for work, heading away for a weekend, or bringing the family over for a holiday, we aim to make your journey as comfortable and straightforward as possible. You can sail with your car, travel on foot, or even bring your pet. Onboard you’ll find lounges, cabins, a café, bar, shop and kids’ play areas. We’re proud of our history, but it’s today’s journey that matters. That’s why we continue to invest in our ships and service, ensuring we offer safe, reliable, and enjoyable travel across the Irish Sea. The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company: We take you there.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Must Try Harder...

The website feels outdated, as though it hasn't been updated since the early 2000s. Ticket prices are expensive for what you get, and the ferry itself appears tired, and in need of significant evaluation of prices to reflect what you receive. It seems the company benefits from having very little competition on passenger routes to and from the Isle of Man, which may explain why the overall customer experience hasn't improved.

8 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The booking process was user friendly…

The booking process was user friendly and relatively simple to do. I did, however, realise after I had booked that there was a possibility that, coming from London, we may not make the early ferry in time. The rebooking was handled professionally and efficiently and I was impressed with this excellent service. Thank you.

8 July 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely terrible service

Absolutely terrible service and communication. My sailing was cancelled at very short notice with no proper support or alternative options offered – the only replacement was two days later, making my short family holiday completely pointless. Staff were unhelpful and even suggested I just turn up at the port and wait around hoping to get on a ferry, which was distressing and completely unacceptable. It has ruined what was meant to be a special trip, caused enormous stress and financial loss, and I would strongly advise anyone to think very carefully before booking with this company.

19 July 2026
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